Pedzisai Mafusire

Pedzisai mafusire

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Underwriter & System Administrator | Underwriting, Technical & System Support

  • Education

    • National university of science and technology

      2017 - 2019
      Master's degree insurance and risk management merit

      Activities and Societies: Chess, Volunteering In Master of Risk Management and Insurance, I concentrated on developing my advanced knowledge and abilities in risk management and insurance. Important aspects like risk assessment and analysis, insurance principles and practices, risk modeling and analysis, enterprise risk management, financial risk management, legal and regulatory environment, insurance operations, and strategic risk management were covered for me to have a thorough understanding of the theory, principles, and practices… Show more In Master of Risk Management and Insurance, I concentrated on developing my advanced knowledge and abilities in risk management and insurance. Important aspects like risk assessment and analysis, insurance principles and practices, risk modeling and analysis, enterprise risk management, financial risk management, legal and regulatory environment, insurance operations, and strategic risk management were covered for me to have a thorough understanding of the theory, principles, and practices associated with managing risks and purchasing insurance in a variety of industries. Show less

    • Midlands state university

      2013 - 2015
      Honours degree in insurance and risk management insurance and risk management 2.1

      Activities and Societies: Chess and volunteering Programme imparted comprehensive competencies in insurance fundamentals, such as insurance contracts, underwriting procedures, claims management, risk retention, and risk pooling. It covered various types of insurance coverage like life, health, property and casualty, and liability insurance.The degree programme extensively included training on data analysis, risk modeling software, predictive analytics, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and blockchain. This is… Show more Programme imparted comprehensive competencies in insurance fundamentals, such as insurance contracts, underwriting procedures, claims management, risk retention, and risk pooling. It covered various types of insurance coverage like life, health, property and casualty, and liability insurance.The degree programme extensively included training on data analysis, risk modeling software, predictive analytics, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and blockchain. This is because data analytics and technology are playing a growing role in risk management and insurance. The legal and regulatory systems that oversee the insurance sector were made clear to students. The programme delved into insurance law, compliance standards, and industry-wide ethical consideration. The programme frequently offered real-world applications of risk management and insurance ideas in a variety of sectors, including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government Show less

  • Experience

    • Old mutual limited

      Mar 2010 - Jan 2023
      Underwriter & system administrator

      Underwriting, Technical & System SupportOld Mutual Life Assurance Company, ZimbabweUnderwriting Responsibilities ~ Applied underwriting guidelines and company policies to determine the eligibility of applicants for different types of life insurance policies~ Made decisions on policy approvals, modifications, or rejections based on the risk assessments~ Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of underwriting decisions, risk assessments, and policy details~ Analysed statistical data, such as mortality, disability, and retirement rates and constructed probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits~ Analysed and managed the risk exposure of the company's life insurance portfolio through monitoring trends data, and contribute to risk management strategies to maintain a balanced and profitable portfolio.~ Provided support and guidance to insurance agents, brokers, and policyholders regarding underwriting decisions, policy terms, and coverage options.~ Handled inquiries, address concerns, and maintained positive relationships with stakeholders.System Administration Responsibilities~ Installed, configured, and maintained computer systems, servers, networks, and related hardware and software components~ Provided technical support to end-users, including troubleshooting hardware and software problems, resolving technical issues~ Implemented and maintained security measures to protect the organization's systems, networks and data.~ Planned and executed system upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance and security. ~ Maintained accurate documentation of IT systems, network configurations, and support procedures.~ Conducted training sessions and documentation to educate users on system usage and best practices~ Liaised with technology vendors for procurement, licensing, and technical support Show less

    • Midlands state university

      Feb 2020 - Jan 2021
      Lecturer

      ~ Writing lecture material, handouts and delivering on-point tutorials and presentations on Marine and aviation Insurance~ Facilitating class discussions, encouraging student discussions and providing guidance on course content~ Providing feedback to students on their academic progress~ Preparing examination material for semester assessments and final exam preparations~ Marking examinations and creating post examination reports ~ Supervising dissertation writing for final year undergraduate students Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Re5

      Moonstone information refinery
      Feb 2021